Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Feb 28, 2023 Karen Kazmerzak joins Simpson Thacher Karen Kazmerzak, previously Partner at Sidley Austin, has joined Simpson Thacher as Partner in the firm’s International Litigation Department. Ms. Kazmerzak advises clients on a wide range of antitrust and competition issues, particularly in seeking clearance for high-profile, complex mergers and acquisitions before the Department of Justice and FTC, and in developing strategies to advocate for merger approval in international jurisdictions. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Aug 21, 2025 Nathan Sales joins Holland & Knight Nathan Sales, former U.S. Department of State official, has joined Holland & Knight as Partner in the firm's Public Policy & Regulation Group. Nathan provides advice on the resolution of complex problems under U.S. immigration law. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Apr 6, 2026 Anne Murray joins Winston & Strawn Anne Murray, previously Partner at McDermott Will & Emery, has joined Winston & Strawn as Partner in the firm's White Collar & Government Investigations Practice. Anne guides companies, boards, and individuals through complex enforcement matters and internal investigations. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jan 12, 2026 Garrison quoted in National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in " Lateral Activity From 'Perfect Storm' of Market Factors Expected to Surge in 2026 ," ( National Law Journal, 1/12/26). Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Nov 17, 2024 Michael Wise joins Squire Patton Boggs Michael Wise, previously Partner at Paul Hastings, has joined Squire Patton Boggs as Partner in the firm's Antitrust Practice Group. Michael's practice focuses on a spectrum of antitrust issues, including merger clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) and corresponding foreign regimes, regulatory investigations, and civil and criminal litigation matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Mar 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in American Lawyer Dan Binstock was quoted in " 'Hybrid' Equity Offers 'The Best of Both Worlds'—Along With Drawbacks—to Law Firms ," (American Lawyer Online, 3/5/26). Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Aug 15, 2023 Carla Hine joins Weil, Gotshal & Manges Carla Hine, previously Partner at Kirkland & Ellis, has joined Weil, Gotshal & Manges as Counsel in the firm's Antitrust/Competition Group. Carla focuses her practice on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and compliance with the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 31, 2023 David Switzler joins Steptoe & Johnson David Switzler, previously Associate at Stroock & Stroock & Lavan, has joined Steptoe & Johnson as Partner. David focuses his practice on commercial and business litigation, and has experience handling health care and insurance litigation matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jun 6, 2023 Brian Bewley joins Reed Smith Brian Bewley, previously Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, has joined Reed Smith as Partner in the firm's Life Sciences Health Industry Group. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Jul 17, 2023 Daron Watts joins Lewis Brisbois Daron Watts, previously Founding Member at The Watts Group, has joined Lewis Brisbois as Partner and national Chair of the firm’s Government Affairs and Public Policy Practice. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Apr 4, 2023 Laurel Loomis Rimon joins Jenner & Block Laurel Loomis Rimon, previously Partner at Paul Hastings, has joined Jenner & Block as Partner. Ms. Rimon’s practice focuses on guiding financial institutions, fintech companies, and digital assets platforms through compliance or enforcement challenges involving anti-money laundering, consumer protection, and federal or state oversight. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.

Reach out to our team: Our Recruiters Feb 2, 2026 William Jauquet joins Morgan Lewis William Jauquet, former Acting Director of enforcement at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, has joined Morgan Lewis as Partner in the firm's Financial Regulatory and Enforcement Litigation and Investment Management Practices. William counsels banks, fintech companies, and other financial services providers in examinations, investigations, and supervisory and enforcement matters. Back to News and Insights Recent Posts May 18, 2026 Garrison quoted in The National Law Journal Amy Savage was quoted in "Big Law Talent Battle Accelerates in Congressional Investigation Practices," (The National Law Journal, 5/7/26). May 5, 2026 Garrison quoted in Law360 Nancy Palermo was quoted in "How Happy Are In-House Attorneys At Work?," (Law360, 2/18/26). Apr 29, 2026 Veronica Ascarrunz joins Sheppard Veronica Ascarrunz, previously Partner at Perkins Coie, has joined Sheppard as Partner and Co-Leader of the firm's ITC Litigation Practice. Veronica has experience in Section 337 ITC investigations at all stages, patent infringement litigation, Hatch-Waxman litigation, product development license disputes and USPTO inter partes proceedings.